Pat yourself on your back – acknowledge your effort and good qualities

3. Commit to your self care plan by scheduling time on your calendar. Make appointments with yourself daily

“Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” – Alan Lakein

If we glance ahead and see that we are headed for burn out, imbalance – even sickness or death as a result of our stress and lack of self care, we can see that it is crucial to have a plan. Take action now.